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Wreckage of sunken boat located near Alcatraz Island, San Francisco police confirm
San Francisco police on Friday said they found the wreckage of the 49-foot cabin cruiser Volare in the area where it sank earlier this week near Alcatraz Island. The 20-passenger boat that carried mostly family members sunk on Tuesday, and two people are still unaccounted for.
Tracking smoke, a tropical storm, higher humidity and temperatures!
1. Weekend Weather Guide The Cool Down A deeply entrenched storm trough has pulled in a strong marine layer, dropping temperatures up close to 10 seasonal normal averages. Cool for some, refreshing for others! The Trend: Highly comfortable, cool and humid conditions will remain locked in place...
OPD seeks missing teen last seen four days ago
(KRON) -- The Oakland Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a missing 13-year-old who is considered at risk because of her age. OPD said Gheisimar Marcano-Hernandez was last seen around 10 a.m. on July 13 in the 3400 block of Davis Street. Gheisimar is described by police ...
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US Forest Service workers kidnapped near Mt. Shasta
Joseph Charles Henrichsen, 49, and his son, Phoenix Henrichsen, allegedly zip-tied and held two federal forest workers hostage inside a trailer near Mt. Shasta
Morgan Fire burns near Clayton
Contra Costa County firefighters advised people living on the east side of Mount Diablo to be prepared to evacuate as they fought a 50-acre wildfire Friday.
AccuWeather Forecast: Clouds to blanket region tonight; cooling trend continues through weekend
Cloud cover will blanket the region with southwest winds gusting up to 22mph. Stratus clouds return to the coast this evening, moving into the inland valleys early tomorrow morning.
Evacuation warning issued as crews battle 4-alarm vegetation fire near Mt. Diablo
An evacuation warning has been sent out to residents as crews battle a 4-alarm vegetation fire between Morgan Territory State Park and Mount Diablo State Park in Contra Costa County.
Brenda Fricker, the first Irish actress to win an Oscar for 'My Left Foot,' dies at 81
Brenda Fricker, who won an Academy Award for her role as Bridget Fagan Brown in the 1989 film "My Left Foot,'' has died. She was 81.
Taylor Farms pulls iceberg lettuce amid cyclosporiasis outbreak
California-based produce company Taylor Farms said it is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico after U.S. health officials linked a cyclosporiasis outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce, though the company said none of its branded salad products are connected to the i...
SF deputy charged with inappropriate contact with inmate
A San Francisco Sheriff's deputy is accused of engaging in sex acts with an inmate and trying to dissuade her from reporting the alleged crime.
Rancho-Obi Wan: North Bay man owns largest private Star Wars collection
Stephen Sansweet's Rancho Obi-Wan houses the world's largest private collection of "Star Wars" memorabilia, a distinction recognized by Guinness World Records with a certificate displayed at the museum.
Brush fire burning near Clayton
Firefighters are battling a vegetation fire near Clayton that is spreading at a moderate rate, according to fire officials.
Paul Pelosi charged with misdemeanor hit-and-run after latest Napa Valley crash
Paul Pelosi, the husband of House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, was driving a brown convertible when he allegedly struck an unoccupied parked car in Napa Valley earlier this month. Pelosi then allegedly fled the scene.
A 7.3 earthquake hits Mexico-Guatemala border with no major damage reported; at least 2 injured
A strong earthquake struck the southern Mexican Pacific coast on Friday, right on the border with Guatemala, and was felt from Mexico City to El Salvador.
Taylor Farms pulls iceberg lettuce amid cyclospora outbreak
California-based produce company Taylor Farms said it is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico after U.S. health officials linked a cyclosporiasis outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce, though the company said none of its branded salad products are connected to the i...
2 grill-related recalls from Cuisinart to look out for before your next cookout
The Bay Area's beautiful summer days are perfect for meals made on the grill. But two recalls are warning consumers to look out for hidden dangers.
Apartment bidding wars emerge as new trend in San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Tenant bidding wars are emerging as a new trend in San Francisco's competitive rental market, driving up the average cost of one-bedroom apartments to approximately $3,500 per month. This practice, alongside other landlord actions, contributes to a 17% year-over-year rent ...
Men sue hospital after DNA tests showed they were switched at birth 38 years ago
The families of two men discovered through DNA tests that they were switched at birth 38 years ago.
Morgan Fire burning near Mount Diablo, evacuation warning issued
(KRON) -- A wildfire ignited near Mount Diablo in Contra Costa County Friday afternoon. The blaze, dubbed the Morgan Fire, sparked just after 3 p.m. close to Clayton on Marsh Creek Road and Morgan Territory Road. Cal Fire officials said the fire is estimated to be between 50-100 acres, flames are...
Vegetation fire near Clayton prompts evacuation warning
Firefighters battled a vegetation fire near Clayton on Friday, prompting officials to issue a warning for some residents to prepare to evacuate.
Former sheriff’s deputy charged for alleged sexual assault in county jail
The charges against Damon Jones, 34, come days after another deputy was charged for allegedly abusing an inmate.
Wreckage of sunken boat located in SF Bay as recovery efforts continue
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- The wreckage of the 49-foot cabin cruiser Volare, which sank near Alcatraz earlier this week, has been located in San Francisco Bay, the San Francisco Police Department announced Friday. The department's Marine Unit found the submerged vessel in the area where it went down...
San Francisco police find wreckage of sunken boat near Alcatraz Island
San Francisco police made the announcement Friday afternoon as authorities continue to search for two boat passengers that remain missing.
Father, son accused of kidnapping US Forest Service workers near Mt. Shasta
A father and son face federal charges after allegedly kidnapping two U.S. Forest Service employees near Mt. Shasta and holding them hostage for nearly 15 hours before surrendering to law enforcement.
Forest Service workers held hostage at gunpoint by father, son in CA forest for hours: Authorities
Law enforcement in far Northern California announced the arrests of a father and his adult son in the alleged kidnapping of two U.S. Forest Service workers, who are safe and free after being zip-tied and held at gunpoint for nearly 15 hours in a trailer in a remote area.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak: Taylor Farms recalling all central Mexico iceberg lettuce from US market
Taylor Farms said Friday that it is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced at a central Mexico farm from the United States market.
Paul Pelosi charged with hit-and-run after colliding with parked car in Napa County
According to the Napa County Sheriff's Office, Pelosi struck a parked car in Yountville during the afternoon on July 3.
Former S.F. sheriff’s deputy arrested, charged with 2 felonies for alleged jail sexual assault
Damon Jones was arrested on Wednesday after an alleged sexual abuse incident last September. He is the second deputy charged this week. Former S.F. sheriff’s deputy arrested, charged with 2 felonies for alleged jail sexual assault
Paul Pelosi faces misdemeanor hit-and-run charge after hitting parked vehicle: DA
(KRON) -- The Napa County District Attorney's Office announced Friday that it has filed a misdemeanor hit-and-run charge against Paul Pelosi in connection with a July 3 crash in Yountville. Pelosi is the husband of Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi. Prosecutors allege the 86-year-old struck an unoccup...
Supervisor presses SFPD on Pride weekend arrests, cites ‘horrifying overreaction’
In a follow-up inquiry Thursday, Supervisor Jackie Fielder asked for details on the officers’ actions during the Trans March and Stud Ally party.
Arrests made after US Forest Services workers kidnapped
Two arrests were made after U.S. Forest Service workers were kidnapped and held hostage near Mt. Shasta.
Argentina to face Spain in the World Cup final: What to know
Argentina's Lionel Messi could add another milestone to his storied career on Sunday by winning his second World Cup title.
Ex-SF Sheriff’s deputy charged with sex assault in county jail
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- A former San Francisco Sheriff's Deputy has been charged with two felonies related to a sexual assault in the San Francisco County Jail in 2025, District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced Friday. Former Deputy Damon Jones, 34, allegedly demanded a transgender woman inmate ...
Family of Donike Goncaj, grandmother killed after falling into open New York City manhole, accuses utility company of negligence in lawsuit
The family of Donike Goncaj, a grandmother killed after falling into an open New York City manhole, accuses a utility company of negligence in a wrongful death lawsuit.
A tortured kitten, a rooftop chase, and a drone: The case SF’s DA can’t keep behind bars
The DA says a state Supreme Court ruling forced officials to release the man ahead of Monday’s arraignment despite the “sickening” nature of the crime.
YMCA summer camp counselor accused of sexually assaulting 2nd girl in Morgan Hill
Police said Friday the YMCA summer camp counselor accused of sexually assaulting a girl at a summer day camp in Morgan Hill earlier this month had allegedly done the same thing to a second girl that same day. Morgan Hill police said the report came on July 9, the same day 25-year-old Anthony J...
Meet the billionaires behind $336M ‘explosion’ of money in California politics, per new report
San Francisco is no stranger to concentrated wealth shaping City Hall, and big-money spenders did well here during the last primary. Meet the billionaires behind $336M ‘explosion’ of money in California politics, per new report
Oakland is changing wildfire property inspections after attacks on firefighters
Oakland firefighters will no longer enter private property to conduct vegetation inspections after a series of attacks and intimidation incidents, but the change has drawn concern from Oakland Hills residents who worry about an increase in wildfire risk.